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AAAS seeks "To advance science, engineering, and innovation throughout the world for the benefit of all the people."
1200 New York Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20005
202.326.6400 http://www.aaas.orgAWIS is a national advocacy organization championing the interests of women in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics across all disciplines and employment sectors. 202.326.8940
http://www.awis.orgThe Bakken is a center for education and learning that furthers the understanding of the history, cultural context, and applications of electricity and magnetism in the life sciences and their benefits to contemporary society.
3537 Zenith Ave S
Minneapolis MN
612.926.3878
http://www.thebakken.orgThe mission of the Bell Museum is to advance the quest to discover, document, and understand life in its many forms and to inspire curiosity, delight, and informed stewardship of the natural world.
10 SE Church ST
Minneapolis MN
612.624.7083
http://www.bellmuseum.orgBrainPOP creates animated, curriculum-based content that supports educators and engages students. http://www.brainpop.comCompanies to Classrooms is a non-profit organization that supports students and teachers by providing educational supplies free of charge through the operation of a store staffed by volunteers and stocked with recycled or excess supplies and inventories donated by local businesses. http://companiestoclassrooms.comEngineer Girl is a National Academy of Engineering (NAE) website to promote technological welfare of the nation by marshaling the knowledge and insights of eminent members of the engineering profession. http://www.engineergirl.orgThe Engineering is Elementary (EiE) project aims to foster engineering and technological literacy among children. EiE is creating a research-based, standards-based, and classroom-tested curriculum that integrates engineering and technology concepts and skills with elementary science topics.
617.589.0230
http://www.mos.org/eieExtreme Science is the place online to find the biggest, baddest, and the best in the world of extremes, and learn about the science behind what makes each the most extreme example of its kind. http://www.extremescience.comFIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) was founded in 1989 to inspire young people's interest and partcipation in science and technology. Based in Machester, NH, the 501(c)(3) public charity designs accessible, innovative programs that motivate young people to pursue education and career opportunities in science, technology, engineering and math, while building self-confidence, knowledge, and life skills. http://www.usfirst.orgFund for Teachers enriches the personal and professional growth of teachers by recognizing and supporting them as they identify and pursue opportunities around the globe that will have the greatest impact on their practice, the academic lives of their students and on their school communities. http://www.fundforteachers.orgHigh Tech Kids is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. We work hard with the help of more than 700 volunteers to offer high energy, fun, team-based comptetitions that celebrate science and technology. Kids learn how to work together and solve real-world problems. They become innovators, leaders, collaborators, and problem solvers. http://www.hightechkids.orgISEEK provides and overview of the types of careers, education and jobs specific to Minnesota. http://www.iseek.orgLeonardo's Basement is an innovative educational organization for children and their families. They create imaginative learning environments where girls and boys ages 6 to 16 design and build their creative ideas, mixing art, science and technology.
4301 Nicollet Ave
Minneapolis MN
612.824.4394
http://www.leonardosbasement.orgThe Mentoring Partnership of Minnesota (MPM) is the driving force in the mentoring movement. Our efforts translate into m ore caring adults mentoring a generation of children and youth at every level of our community. http://www.mpmn.org/Mill City Museum chrnociles the flour milling industry that dominated world flour production for roughly a half-century and fueled the growth of Minneapolis, recognized across thenation and around teh world as "Mill City."
704 S 2nd St
Minneapolis MN
612.3417555
http://www.millcitymuseum.orgMinnesota Children's Museum is a non-profit community education institution committed to sparking children's learning through play. Grown-ups and children from infants to ten years find a "smart play" environment that challenges in fun ways and helps them achieve important learning milestones. Families learn and play together while they enjoy creative, interactive exhibits and programs.
10 W 7th St
Saint Paul MN
651.225.6000
http://www.mcm.orgMinnesota Computers for Schools is a program whose purpose is to provide affordable technology solutions to schools, teachers and non-profits that serve disadvantaged youth and those with special needs. http://www.mncfs.org/MHTA supports the growth, sustainability and global competitiveness of Minnesota's technology-based economy through advocacy, collaboration, and education. Technology growth and the sustainability of this growth impac Minnsota's overall economy now more than ever before. MHTA is the only association that advocates for technology growth that benefits the entire spectrum of technology companies as well as organizations that are dependent on technology. http://www.mhta.orgThe Minnesota IT Workforce Collaborative is a statewide network of volunteers working to build the IT skills of Minnesota’s workforce and meet the labor needs of Minnesota’s IT industry. In the education sector, the Minnesota IT Workforce Collaborative focuses on connecting with high schools to engage students with the world of IT - encouraging interest and enhancing awareness of IT as a career choice. http://www.mnitworkforce.org/Minnesota Planetarium, we are on a mission - to make contact with the stars. The world. The universe. The future.
81 South Ninth Street, Suite 200
Minneapolis, MN 55402
612.370.9116 http://www.mplanetarium.org/Project Lead The Way® is all about teaching and learning. The hands-on, project and problem-based PLTW® approach adds rigor to traditional technical programs and relevance to traditional academics. http://www.pltw.org/Science Museum of Minnesota's "Current Science" initiative, focused on science in the news, emerging research, and seasonal science. http://www.smm.org/buzz/A resource for all who want to encourage and educate girls in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM), especially those want to to educate elementary teachers to be competent, confident, and comfortable with teaching STEM http://sites.google.com/site/stkatestem/ STARBASE is an exciting and rigorous science, math, technology and engineering program that strengthens skills, increases motivation and expands opportunities for inner city youth. Students, grades 4-6, think like scientists an dengineers, experimenting and exploring the wonders of flight and space. http://www.starbasemn.orgThe Works is a "hands-on, minds-on" museum that makes learning about science and engineering interesting, understandable and fun. A non-profit community organization, The Works creates successful, inspiring, hands-on learning experiences for kids.
5701 Normandale Rd
Edina,MN
952.848.4848
http://www.theworks.orgTryScience.org is your gateway to experience the excitement of contemporary science and technology through on an offline interactivity with science and technology centers worldwide. Science is exciting, and it's for everyone! That's why TryScience and over 400 science centers worldwide invite you to investigate, discover, and try science yourself.
http://www.tryscience.orgK-12 @ U is a doorway to the exciting and innovative learning experiences at the U of M, designed for children, youth, families and educators! There is a world of options, including professional development or classroom resources for teachers, a math or music opportunity for youth, summer camps, or a fun visit to a U of M campus for families. http://www.k12.umn.edu/Wired for 2020 is the Mentoring Partnership of Minnesota’s year long engagement campaign to get more mentors involved with youth in the state of Minnesota. It is our mission to interest caring adults in becoming mentors to youth. Caring adults who are willing to help young people spark their future career interests and expand their possibilities. Through the Wiredfor2020.com website and mentor celebration at the Mall of America on April 18th, the Mentoring Partnership of Minnesota hopes to provide youth and their mentors with resources, edutainment, and social media tools to engage them in conversations about their future opportunities.
The Wired for 2020 Event is at the Mall of America Event on Saturday 4.18.09 in the Best Buy Rotunda and the West Market and is open to the public.
For more information on the Wired for 2020 Mentor Celebration Event follow our updates on our Wired for 2020 Blog at www.wiredfor2020.wordpress.com. http://wiredfor2020.com/ |
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